Welcome to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam! Once you have completed immigration procedures at Noi Bai International Airport, say hello to the local guide and transfer to your hotel in the city center. Spend the day at leisure trying spa treatments, sipping Vietnamese coffee, and soaking up the charm of the banyan-tree lined crooked streets of the Old Quarter. 

Overnight in Hanoi.

Start your holiday with a first round of golf on one of the Sky Lake Resort & Golf Club’s 18-hole PGA-standard courses found 60 minutes outside of Hanoi. As the title suggests, you can follow the Sky Course, surrounded by natural forests and suitable for golfers of all levels, or the Lake Course, a challenging links-style course with a series of grand lakes and beautiful mountains as backdrops. The Lake Course was voted as Vietnam’s most difficult course by the Vietnamese Golf Association in 2013 & 2021. 

Return to Hanoi in the afternoon and rest at the hotel before exploring the hidden corners of the city’s traditional Old Quarter for dinner with a famous food blogger. This street food tour provides an authentic insight into the vibrant culinary lifestyles of northern Vietnamese people.

Overnight in Hanoi. 

Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, a truly breathtaking destination with thousands of limestone islands emerging from the emerald water. Here, you will sail among the dramatic peaks while enjoying group excursions, on-board activities, and relaxing on board the cruise ship. As dusk sets, the boat sets anchor for the night amongst the karst formations. Lunch and dinner are served on board. 

Overnight on board. 

Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the bay’s calm waters or join a Tai Chi session on the sun deck before joining the last shore excursion. Continue cruising around the bay while breakfast is served on board. Upon disembarkation, transfer to the airport for a 1-hour flight to central Vietnam’s beach playground, Danang. Meet your local guide and check-in to your hotel, with the rest of the evening free at leisure. 

Overnight in Danang.

Fill up on breakfast before heading to your tee time at Montgomerie Golf Links Vietnam, one of Asia’s top ten most elite courses. Created by golfing legend Colin Montgomerie, Montgomerie Links Golf Course is a 5-star championship links-style course that tees up challenging and enjoyable play for all levels of international golfers. Featuring sandy soil, wind-blown dunes, existing native vegetation, strategically placed bunkers, generous, undulating greens, and closely mown chipping areas, the course also hosts more water holes than traditional links courses, including lakes and streams that add further aesthetic appeal. Once you’ve completed the 18^th hole, return to your hotel for some poolside relaxation.  

Overnight in Danang.

A full day of excitement awaits you today at the Ba Na Hills Golf Club. Designed by world-renowned English golfer Luke Donald and managed by IMG, this stunning, multiple award-winning course is located within the foothills and forests above Danang. Playing to a par of 72, this highly regarded championship layout offers a great test for golfers. Once you’ve finished the rounds, take some time to sunbathe on Danang’s white sand beaches, making sure to take a dip in the azure ocean waters.  

Overnight in Danang.

Dive into the enchanting history and culture of another fabulous UNESCO World Heritage Site today with a full-day visit of Hoi An Ancient Town. After a transfer by car from Danang to Hoi An, hop on a bike and cycle through the lush tropical countryside and vibrant rice paddies to Tra Que vegetable village. Meet your chef and meander through the village’s gardens, learning about the different types of organic herbs and vegetables grown here which you will later use during your cooking class to create culinary masterpieces such as Banh Xeo, Nem Tuoi, and Tam Huu salad. 

Once you’ve finished eating, cycle back to Hoi An’s city center for an afternoon walking tour, hitting up the most popular historical attractions from Chua Ong Pagoda and Jinshang Temple to Phuc Kien Assembly Hall and the Japanese covered bridge. The day’s activities end with a revitalizing cup of tea at the Reaching Out teahouse, a refurbished 18^th century teahouse turned social enterprise organization dedicated to supporting hearing-impaired locals with opportunities to work and integrate in their communities.  

Overnight in Danang.

Check-out of the Danang hotel and make your way north through the legendary Hai Van Pass to Vietnam’s ancient, imperial capital of Hue. At the half-way point between the two cities, make a pitstop at Laguna Golf Lang Co, an 18-hole par-71 championship course designed by English professional golfer and 6-time major winner, Sir Nick Faldo. In keeping with its links-like characteristics, the layout of the pitch offers a traditional out-and-back routing, presenting a plethora of varied shot opportunities along the way. As strategic as it is enjoyable, players of all levels will find something to love, with the championship tees measuring just under 7,100 yards and beginner-friendly front tees from 5,263 yards.  

Reach Hue by the late afternoon and check into the hotel for a restful evening spent at leisure. If you’re not too tired after a day out and about, we recommend trying out a Hue street food tour by traditional cyclo to introduce you to the delectable dishes of this region. 

Overnight in Hue.

History comes alive today with an in-depth tour of Vietnam’s previous capital city during the Nguyen dynasty’s reign from 1802 – 1945. Much of Hue is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s easy to see why when visiting the Imperial Citadel and Forbidden Purple City in the city center. Modeled on Beijing’s Forbidden City, the 19^th century palace’s detailed stonework and pavilions still retain a feeling of regal grandeur, even as they are currently in the process of restoration due to heavy damage sustained in the 1960s.  

Follow the Perfume River’s winding trails to Thien Mu Pagoda, long regarded as the symbol of Hue since its foundation in 1601. The octagonal seven-tier stupa is still a site of Buddhist worship to this day, with a huge bell heard every day from the city center. Sit down for a luscious Hue-styled lunch in a traditional garden house restaurant before ending the tour with visits to the impressive burial grounds of Emperor Minh Mang set amidst tranquil gardens and ponds and its polar opposite, Emperor Khai Dinh’s tomb designed as an eclectic mix of Vietnamese and European motifs. 

Overnight in Hue.

Feast on a leisurely breakfast before heading to Hue Airport for a flight to Vietnam’s largest city in the southernmost part of the country, Ho Chi Minh City. Transfer to your hotel in the city center and relax until nightfall, when a local Saigonese picks you up with a vintage Vespa scooter to zip and zoom you around town, teaching you about southern styles while you sample the best street foods in town.  

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Wake up to the sunshine of Saigon and head 20km outside of the bustling city to Vietnam Golf & Country Club, the first 36-hole golf club in Vietnam. Set amongst 300 hectares of woodland, there are two courses to choose to play on; the west course was established in 1994 by Taiwanese architect Chen King Shih and hosted the Vietnam Open (Asian PGA Tour Event) in 1995 and 1997, while the east course, designed by six-time Major Champion winner Lee Trevino, opened in 1997. It has long been recognized as Vietnam’s premier golf club and was voted as one of Asia’s best golf courses.

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Take a stroll down memory lane today with a city tour of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic attractions, including the Reunification Palace, Saigon Opera House, the City Hall, and the Old Saigon Post Office. Hear about the city’s French and American influences giving way  to the dynamic and glittering Vietnamese metropolis of today. Lunch in a local restaurant before having the afternoon free to explore at leisure. 

End the day at the theatre with tickets to the acclaimed A O Show, Vietnam's very own version of Cirque du Soleil. This spectacular production pays tribute to Vietnamese roots and showcases a mix of contemporary dance, acrobatics, bamboo work, and visual arts amidst live music –the perfect way to end your holiday in Vietnam. 

Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Spend the day at leisure until a transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your onward flight home or to other destinations.  

SERVICES INCLUDED

+ 11-night hotel accommodation in twin/double shared room (see Accommodation section for details)

+ 1-night stay in Halong Bay cruise in twin/double shared cabin (see Accommodation section for details)

+ Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)

+ Five 18-hole rounds of golf as mentioned in the itinerary with pre-booked tee times

+ Green fee, ½ share cart and one caddie per golfer at each golf course

+ Hanoi Street Food Tour with a famous food blogger 

+ Hoi An Cooking Class in Tra Que Vegetable Village

+ Saigon Street Food Tour by Vespa Adventures

+ AO Show by Lune Production in Saigon Opera House, [O] Zone

+ English, French or Chinese speaking local guide in each region (please enquire for other languages)

+ All tours and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle unless stated otherwise

+ Entrance fees for mentioned visits

+ VAT and service charges. 

ATA Holidays Exclusive Benefits for stays at Vinpearl Hotels

Vinpearl Condotel Riverfront Danang, value up to A$100

+ One 30-minute body massage per adult per stay at VinCharm Spa

Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81 Saigon, value up to A$250

+ Daily afternoon tea at the Oriental Pearl Restaurant

+ One 30-minute body massage per adult per stay at Akoya Spa

+ Two set-menu dinners per adult per stay at the Oriental Pearl Restaurant

SERVICES EXCLUDED

+ International and domestic flights (quoted separately)

+ Visa fees, travel insurance

+ Meals other than those mentioned in the program 

+ Early check-in or late check-out fees if applicable 

+ Camera/video entrance fees (if any)

+ Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone etc.)

+ Peak season surcharges and compulsory gala dinners on 24^th Dec and 31^st Dec

+ Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above

+ It’s recommended to tip your guide and driver A$8 ~ A$10/day/guest, your caddie A$20/round. 

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR 2 GOLFERS 

Premium: A$4,450 (2022), A$4,720 (2023)

Deluxe: A$5,010 (2022), A$5,310 (2023)

Luxury: A$5,520 (2022), A$5,850 (2023)

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR 4 GOLFERS 

Premium: A$3,970 (2022), A$4,210 (2023)

Deluxe: A$4,550 (2022), A$4,819 (2023)

Luxury: A$5,080 (2022), A$5,379 (2023)

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR 6 GOLFERS 

Premium: A$3,810 (2022), A$4,040 (2023)

Deluxe: A$4,380 (2022), A$4,639 (2023)

Luxury: A$4,890 (2022), A$5,179 (2023)

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR 8 GOLFERS 

Premium: A$3,520 (2022), A$3,730 (2023)

Deluxe: A$4,070 (2022), A$4,309 (2023)

Luxury: A$4,560 (2022), A$4,829 (2023)

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Premium: A$1,170 (2022), A$1,240 (2023)

Deluxe: A$1,520 (2022), A$1,610 (2023)

Luxury: A$1,960 (2022), A$2,080 (2023)

Weekend surcharge: A$50 per 18-hole round

Prices are in Australian Dollars (A$), per person, based on double/twin occupancy.

Prices are valid from 01 JAN 2022 to 31 DEC 2023, subject to change without prior notice.

Surcharge might apply during peak season from 20 DEC to 10 JAN and shall be notified upon request.

Only applicable for bookings reserved at least 90 days prior to arrival.

For groups of 10 golfers or more, please enquire for group discount.

ATA Holidays offer a wide range of handpicked accommodation to suit your preference and budget. Please note that all hotels are subject to availability at the time of booking. If any hotel is not available, we will recommend you another hotel of the same standard. Should you need accommodation before or after your tour, please ask our consultant. We are very pleased to offer special discounted rates.

PREMIUM

Hanoi: The Oriental Jade Hotel & Spa, Oriental Emerald 25m2

Halong: Paradise Elegance Cruise, Deluxe Balcony 25m2 (*)

Danang: Vinpearl Condotel Riverfront Danang, Studio 41m2

Hue: Vinpearl Hotel Hue, Deluxe 36m2

Saigon: Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel, Deluxe 24m2

DELUXE

Hanoi: Peridot Grand Hotel & Spa, Grand Deluxe 28m2

Halong: Stellar of the Seas Cruise, Junior Suite 28m2

Danang: Meliá Danang Beach Resort, Meliá Guest 28m2

Hue: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa, Classic 25m2

Saigon: Sofitel Saigon Plaza Hotel, Superior 30m2

LUXURY

Hanoi: Hotel De L’Opera Hanoi MGallery, Grand DLX 35m2

Halong: Elite of the Seas Cruise, Elite Junior Suites 28m2

Danang: Vinpearl Luxury Đà Nẵng, Deluxe 54m2

Hue: Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa, Premium Classic 28m2

Saigon: Vinpearl Luxury Landmark 81, Premier 36m2

(*) Extra bed for the 3^rd adult is not available. It is recommended to book an additional room or a higher room category if you have a group of three adults.

PAYMENTS

A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the total booking is required within three days from the date of confirmation. The balance payment is due at 45 days prior to tour commencement date. For bookings made less than 45 days, full payment is required. Bookings will be cancelled if payments are not received by the due date(s).

Payment can be made via bank transfer or credit cards. In addition to the total payable amount, credit card payments will incur a merchant fee of 2.5% for MasterCard and Visa, 3% for American Express. Any bank charges and merchant fees must be covered by the customer. 

CANCELLATIONS

Confirmed bookings must be cancelled by the party leader in writing (by email) and this will only be effective once the written cancellation is confirmed by ATA Holidays. Cancellation by the party leader will be subject to the following cancellation fees from the date the written cancellation is received:

• more than 45 days prior to tour date - 10% of total cost

• between 31 and 45 days prior to tour date - 25% of total cost

• between 16 and 30 days prior to tour date - 50% of total cost

• within 15 days prior to tour date or “no show” - 100% of total cost.

AMENDMENTS

Any amendments to confirmed bookings must be requested by the party leader in writing (by email). Whilst we will endeavor to assist, we cannot guarantee that requests will be met. If we can make the requested change, you will be provided with a quote detailing any additional costs, whether incurred due to your amendments, imposed by a Third-Party Travel Provider, or our amendment fees. In all cases, the following amendment fees shall apply:

• If amendments are made more than 45 days prior to scheduled tour date: the first amendment is free of charge. From the second amendment: a charge of A$100 per amendment for a short trip (less than 7 nights) or A$200 per amendment for a long journey (7 nights or more).

• If amendments are made within 45 days prior to scheduled tour date: the above standard cancellation fees will apply, and full price will apply to new travel arrangements.

We will not charge any cancellation/amendment fees if it is due to a breach by us of any of our obligations or due to our fault; or if the Third-Party Travel Provider amends your booking through no fault of the customer.  

Please read our full General Booking Conditions here. 

COVID-19 RELATED POLICIES

If you can’t travel as a direct result of Covid-19 related matters, ATA Holidays will:

• allow you to change the dates of your holiday; or

• offer you a credit for another holiday, minus any unrecoverable costs imposed by Third-Party Travel Providers; or 

• give you a refund, minus any unrecoverable costs imposed by Third-Party Travel Providers. 

This policy is only valid if the ability to travel is beyond your control. You are required to provide reasonable documentation confirming that your inability to travel is due to Covid-19 related matters. For cancellations or modifications due to reasons not related to Covid-19, our standard policies as stipulated in our terms and conditions apply.